Trauma & Sports Injuries
If a tooth is displaced by trauma or has been knocked out of the socket you will
have to call us as soon as possible. If the tooth is out of the socket, clean the
tooth under running water and place the tooth in milk; there are times when a tooth
can be re-implanted and saved if done promptly.
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Abscessed Teeth
Pain when you bite or chew, especially if it is accompanied by a foul odour and
a bad taste, can be a sign of an abscess that needs immediate treatment. An abscessed
tooth will cause an unrelenting and spontaneous pain that may last anywhere from
30 seconds to hours at a time. The pain may/may not be triggered by irritates such
as food, heat or cold. It may be accompanied by swelling and you may experience
pain when swallowing. In this event, you will need to see one of our skilled dentist
as soon as possible. In the worst case scenario, the tooth may require root canal
therapy or may need to be extracted. We will give you all your options once we are
able to have it examined. Antibiotics may be required when treating abscessed teeth.
In any case, getting you out of pain and comfortable is our immediate goal.
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Lost Crowns/Veneers
If you have lost your Crown or Veneer, put it in a safe place and avoid things that
make the tooth hurt. Many times we are able to re-cement the crown without having
to make a new one. You may find that the uncovered tooth is irritating to your tongue
and therefore we suggest you call us as soon as possible for re-cementation or to
place a temporary crown.
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Broken Dentures or Partials
Teeth can sometimes be separated from dentures or partials. We also find that the
clasps or the plastic base may break. Most of these issues can be remedied through
our laboratory during regular business hours. Although we can often have the repair
completed in one day, occasionally it may require an extra day.
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Infections Causing Swelling
Infections that cause swelling of the face or fever are issues that must be addressed
quickly by a dentist and may not wait until business hours begin. You should be
seen quickly the day of your call. In the event that the pain is unbearable and
occurs in the middle of the night, please contact our after hours service for advice.
These types of infections need to be treated seriously and should respond to antibiotic
therapy.
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When To Call Us
Any injury to teeth or gums can be serious and should not be ignored. Injury can
damage nerves or blood vessels. There is also a risk of getting an infection, which
can become life threatening. If you ignore dental pain or dental injury, you're
taking a chance. You should not delay getting treatment. Delays in treatment can
be dangerous to your health. Getting injured teeth repaired and treated quickly
is the best thing to do.
If you're not sure if a dental problem is an emergency, we offer this advice: If
it hurts, it's an emergency. This is because even injuries that seem small or superficial
can affect the living tissues inside the teeth. Quick treatment improves the odds
of saving injured or damaged teeth.
Even if you aren't in much pain, any structural damage to a tooth ? from a sports
injury, for example ? should be considered an emergency. Chips or fractures can
affect the living tissue inside the tooth, causing more problems in the future.
Your dentist can prevent the damage from getting worse.
The same is true of a lost filling or crown. Even if you don't have any symptoms,
the tooth has lost its support and it could easily become weaker. Pieces could break
off or crumble, and you would need more extensive treatment. If you see your dentist
right away, there's a good chance he or she will be able to repair the damage with
minimal treatment.
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